Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Final Result for Civil Services (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2025. The IAS Final Result was declared on 06 March 2026. The exam cycle began with Pre-examination on 25 May 2025, followed by Mains (22 August 2025), and Personality Test/Interview (December 2025 – January 2026). A total of 1,129 posts are filled — 979 IAS and 150 IFS.
UPSC Civil Services is India's most prestigious examination, leading to appointment as IAS (Indian Administrative Service), IPS (Indian Police Service), IFS (Indian Foreign Service), IRS (Indian Revenue Service), and many other Group A & B Central Services. The final result PDF contains roll numbers of finally selected candidates along with their allotted services. Selected candidates will undergo training at LBSNAA (Mussoorie) before joining their cadres.
EXAM TIMELINE — COMPLETE SCHEDULE
| Notification Date | 20 January 2025 |
| Online Apply: Start Date | 22 January 2025 |
| Online Apply: Last Date | 21 February 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 25 May 2025 |
| Pre Admit Card | 13 May 2025 |
| Pre Result Declared | 11 June 2025 |
| Mains Examination | 22 August 2025 |
| Mains Admit Card | 14 August 2025 |
| IFS Mains Exam Date | 23 November 2025 |
| IFS Mains Admit Card | 07 November 2025 |
| Interview (Personality Test) | 08 – 19 December 2025 |
| IFS Mains Result | 24 February 2026 |
| IAS FINAL RESULT | 06 March 2026 — OUT |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
APPLICATION FEE
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST | NIL |
| PH (Physically Handicapped) | NIL |
| All Female Candidates | NIL |
| Payment Mode | Online — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
AGE LIMIT — As per UPSC Rules
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age (General) | 32 Years |
| Born Not Earlier Than | 02 August 1993 |
| Born Not Later Than | 01 August 2004 |
| OBC Age Relaxation | Max 35 Years (+3 Years) |
| SC / ST Age Relaxation | Max 37 Years (+5 Years) |
| PwBD (General) Relaxation | Max 42 Years (+10 Years) |
| PwBD (OBC) Relaxation | Max 45 Years (+13 Years) |
| PwBD (SC/ST) Relaxation | Max 47 Years (+15 Years) |
| Ex-Serviceman (General) | Max 37 Years — military service years deductible |
| Attempts (General) | 6 Attempts | OBC: 9 Attempts | SC/ST: Unlimited (till age limit) |
VACANCY — SERVICES WISE
| Sr. | Service | Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 979 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline |
| 2 | Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 150 | B.Sc. in Science subjects (Animal Husbandry, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Maths, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture) |
| Total | IAS + IFS (Civil Services Examination 2025) | 1,129 Total | Graduation from recognized Indian University |
SELECTION PROCESS — 3 STAGE
| Stage | Exam Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Preliminary Examination (Pre) | 2 Papers: GS Paper-I (100 Qs, 200 marks) + CSAT Paper-II (80 Qs, 200 marks — qualifying). Duration 2 hours each. Negative marking 1/3. |
| Stage 2 | Mains Examination | 9 Papers — 2 qualifying (Indian Language + English 300 marks each) + 7 merit papers (Essay, GS-I/II/III/IV, Optional-I/II). Total 1750 marks. |
| Stage 3 | Personality Test (Interview) | 275 marks. Conducted at UPSC Bhavan, New Delhi by the UPSC Interview Board. Tests personality, analytical ability, decision-making, awareness. |
HOW TO CHECK UPSC IAS FINAL RESULT 2026
▶ Step 1: Visit upsc.gov.in — official UPSC website
▶ Step 2: Click on 'Examination' tab on the homepage menu
▶ Step 3: Go to 'Written Results' section
▶ Step 4: Look for link: 'Civil Services Examination 2025 — Final Result'
▶ Step 5: Click the link — a PDF will open containing roll numbers of selected candidates
▶ Step 6: Use Ctrl+F and enter your Roll Number to search in the PDF
▶ Step 7: If your roll number appears, you are FINALLY SELECTED for a Civil Service
▶ Step 8: Download and save the PDF — keep for service allocation and training processes
▶ Step 9: Service allocation (IAS/IPS/IFS etc.) will be communicated separately by the Government through DOPT
▶ NOTE: Final selected candidates will be contacted by respective service cadres for training and joining formalities at LBSNAA/NPA etc.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
| Who qualifies as IAS vs IPS? | Service allocation depends on rank in final merit list, category, and preference form filled by candidate. Top rankers typically get IAS or IPS. |
| What is the salary of IAS officer? | Starting pay: Rs. 56,100/month (Pay Level 10) + DA + HRA + other allowances = approx Rs. 80,000-1,00,000/month gross. Increases significantly with promotions. |
| When does training begin? | Selected candidates for IAS undergo 2-year Foundation + Phase-I + Phase-II training at LBSNAA, Mussoorie. |
| Is UPSC CSE 2026 notification out? | UPSC CSE 2026 notification will be released around January 2026. Check upsc.gov.in for latest notification. |
| What was the cutoff for IAS 2025? | Final cutoffs will be declared with the result — typically varies by category. General: approx 900-950/2025 total marks. |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Final Result for Civil Services (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2025. The IAS Final Result was declared on 06 March 2026. The exam cycle began with Pre-examination on 25 May 2025, followed by Mains (22 August 2025), and Personality Test/Interview (December 2025 – January 2026). A total of 1,129 posts are filled — 979 IAS and 150 IFS.
UPSC Civil Services is India's most prestigious examination, leading to appointment as IAS (Indian Administrative Service), IPS (Indian Police Service), IFS (Indian Foreign Service), IRS (Indian Revenue Service), and many other Group A & B Central Services. The final result PDF contains roll numbers of finally selected candidates along with their allotted services. Selected candidates will undergo training at LBSNAA (Mussoorie) before joining their cadres.
EXAM TIMELINE — COMPLETE SCHEDULE
| Notification Date | 20 January 2025 |
| Online Apply: Start Date | 22 January 2025 |
| Online Apply: Last Date | 21 February 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 25 May 2025 |
| Pre Admit Card | 13 May 2025 |
| Pre Result Declared | 11 June 2025 |
| Mains Examination | 22 August 2025 |
| Mains Admit Card | 14 August 2025 |
| IFS Mains Exam Date | 23 November 2025 |
| IFS Mains Admit Card | 07 November 2025 |
| Interview (Personality Test) | 08 – 19 December 2025 |
| IFS Mains Result | 24 February 2026 |
| IAS FINAL RESULT | 06 March 2026 — OUT |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
APPLICATION FEE
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST | NIL |
| PH (Physically Handicapped) | NIL |
| All Female Candidates | NIL |
| Payment Mode | Online — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
AGE LIMIT — As per UPSC Rules
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age (General) | 32 Years |
| Born Not Earlier Than | 02 August 1993 |
| Born Not Later Than | 01 August 2004 |
| OBC Age Relaxation | Max 35 Years (+3 Years) |
| SC / ST Age Relaxation | Max 37 Years (+5 Years) |
| PwBD (General) Relaxation | Max 42 Years (+10 Years) |
| PwBD (OBC) Relaxation | Max 45 Years (+13 Years) |
| PwBD (SC/ST) Relaxation | Max 47 Years (+15 Years) |
| Ex-Serviceman (General) | Max 37 Years — military service years deductible |
| Attempts (General) | 6 Attempts | OBC: 9 Attempts | SC/ST: Unlimited (till age limit) |
VACANCY — SERVICES WISE
| Sr. | Service | Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 979 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline |
| 2 | Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 150 | B.Sc. in Science subjects (Animal Husbandry, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Maths, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture) |
| Total | IAS + IFS (Civil Services Examination 2025) | 1,129 Total | Graduation from recognized Indian University |
SELECTION PROCESS — 3 STAGE
| Stage | Exam Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Preliminary Examination (Pre) | 2 Papers: GS Paper-I (100 Qs, 200 marks) + CSAT Paper-II (80 Qs, 200 marks — qualifying). Duration 2 hours each. Negative marking 1/3. |
| Stage 2 | Mains Examination | 9 Papers — 2 qualifying (Indian Language + English 300 marks each) + 7 merit papers (Essay, GS-I/II/III/IV, Optional-I/II). Total 1750 marks. |
| Stage 3 | Personality Test (Interview) | 275 marks. Conducted at UPSC Bhavan, New Delhi by the UPSC Interview Board. Tests personality, analytical ability, decision-making, awareness. |
HOW TO CHECK UPSC IAS FINAL RESULT 2026
▶ Step 1: Visit upsc.gov.in — official UPSC website
▶ Step 2: Click on 'Examination' tab on the homepage menu
▶ Step 3: Go to 'Written Results' section
▶ Step 4: Look for link: 'Civil Services Examination 2025 — Final Result'
▶ Step 5: Click the link — a PDF will open containing roll numbers of selected candidates
▶ Step 6: Use Ctrl+F and enter your Roll Number to search in the PDF
▶ Step 7: If your roll number appears, you are FINALLY SELECTED for a Civil Service
▶ Step 8: Download and save the PDF — keep for service allocation and training processes
▶ Step 9: Service allocation (IAS/IPS/IFS etc.) will be communicated separately by the Government through DOPT
▶ NOTE: Final selected candidates will be contacted by respective service cadres for training and joining formalities at LBSNAA/NPA etc.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
| Who qualifies as IAS vs IPS? | Service allocation depends on rank in final merit list, category, and preference form filled by candidate. Top rankers typically get IAS or IPS. |
| What is the salary of IAS officer? | Starting pay: Rs. 56,100/month (Pay Level 10) + DA + HRA + other allowances = approx Rs. 80,000-1,00,000/month gross. Increases significantly with promotions. |
| When does training begin? | Selected candidates for IAS undergo 2-year Foundation + Phase-I + Phase-II training at LBSNAA, Mussoorie. |
| Is UPSC CSE 2026 notification out? | UPSC CSE 2026 notification will be released around January 2026. Check upsc.gov.in for latest notification. |
| What was the cutoff for IAS 2025? | Final cutoffs will be declared with the result — typically varies by category. General: approx 900-950/2025 total marks. |
